OOC Let's Chat!

Solomon Lear wrote: 21 Dec 2021, 15:00 My reply re Ari was lost to the roll back of the site.

I am so sorry to hear what has happened. It is a lot and there might be this weird numbers for a bit. Things don't feel real and while you may think or others may think that you should feel certain things in a certain way and express them a certain way, know that whatever you are or are not feeling is normal. How you express it is normal. You are not going to be the same as others in how or when you mourn and that does not make you bad, wrong or strange. Also know that other people who are mourning may mourn differently too. They all will express things uniquely and all are right.

We care about you. We support you.

If you need a distraction or ear, we can set up some games or send you memes.

Ari Gwild wrote: 21 Dec 2021, 14:54 God....this just hurts so bad....
Things happen for a reason, but I'm in physical pain...

@Ari Gwild, Lear already took most of my words out from my mouth, but I just wanted to add. I'm so sorry for your loss; I can't imagine what you're going through right now. I don't pray much, but I'll hold you and your family in my mind and heart. And we'll always be here if you need anyone to listen or talk to. *hugs for Ari*

Eve Hopper wrote: 21 Dec 2021, 16:28 Hey everyone

Hello! Welcome to hogwarts.io! This site is full of wonderful people to guide you through your journey. If you are new to text RPG, feel free to ask questions here or just ask in this thread!

Before you get started, there are a few things that you have to check out! Click the links on the side, read them, and come back here!

─────────────────•───────────────── Read the rules! Here's a helpful Beginner's Guide! ─────────────────•─────────────────

» If you've followed my directions, welcome back! If you haven't... go read! «

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Designing an Encyclopedia Encyclopedias are an important part of HiO. They give you an opportunity to explore your character, and they're also very helpful when you begin to start roleplaying! Also, they are mandatory if you want to register into the official index. When designing your encyclopedia, you have to have at least two specific posts, which are explained in this very helpful guide! If you want to know how to make your encyclopedia and posts fun and aesthetic, keep reading!

Applying for Special Races Yes, you can be a different species (other than human), but you have to apply within the first thirty days. So what are the benefits of being a part-human? This guide explains it well! However, here is a quick run-down: you can apply for a dhampir, Metamorphmagus, parselmouth, part giant, part goblin, seer, part-Veela, and a werewolf. There are several perks to each, so make sure to read the linked guide. Abilities are also explained there! ...

*.✧ Earning Money ✧.*

Do you want to make money onsite? On HiO, you can earn wizarding currency, as in Galleons, Sickles, and Knuts. Read this article, which will tell you all you need to know.
A common question that people ask is how to make money. To answer that question, the simplest way to do it is to show up on site every day and head to your dormitory (boys/girls) in your house Common Room. At the top, there is a silver circle or a timestamp, as well as several other icons. Just click on the silver circle and you’ll gain a Sickle. You can only collect the scholarship once every day, so the timestamp tells you how long you have to wait before being able to collect it again. The amount of Sickles you can collect will increase with each year. You can also earn extra money by participating in errands, being a part goblin, a member of the staff, or a part of the Hogwarts Headliner. Staff positions open every once a while, so I recommend subscribing to the Bulletin Board forum to get notified of every post there.

Pets Want to have pets? You might want to save up your galleons first, but once you have enough, refer here. It will give you many options on what to buy, from a common toad to a Pygmy Puff. The prices also vary, and your pet can cost anywhere from 5 to 20 galleons. ...

Classes Want to take classes? Here is an article that will inform you of what you need to know. Completing certain classes will give you certain spells to add to your arsenal, but remember that they are completely optional and OOC (out of character)! Also, you do have to be on the site for 10 days and have 20 posts to you unlock them.

Make sure to read the following articles if you’re interested in becoming a Quidditch player, team captain, or even just spectating. You can read this and then these spectator guidelines. Quidditch

Your stats are really important, so make sure you understand them. This article explains what your Stamina, Evasion, Strength, Wisdom, Arcane Power, and Accuracy are for, and how you use them. Make sure to get these written, and remember to keep your character in mind! Statistics

˗ˏˋ Duelling ´ˎ˗

If you want to duel, you’ll have to complete some classes and get your grades in return to have spells. Then, put them in your trunk by applying here and providing proof (usually via a screenshot of your report card) for the staff. Then, go to your common room, and from there, you can access the duelling application thread. Read the first post and the application process. Then, you input your character’s accurate information. Below is an example application. Note: These pictures are taken from the Gryffindor Common Room, your house common room will be slightly different, but it'll still contain applications.

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◢ Recap ◣ • Read the rules • Check out this helpful beginner's guide • Subscribe to the Bulletin Board forum • Make an encyclopedia (guide) • Decide on your stats and abilities (guide) • Collect your daily scholarship in your dormitory • Post your questions here or in this thread

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· · ─────── The Leaky Cauldron ─────── · ·

Now, let's explore the Leaky Cauldron! It may not seem as vast as Hogwarts, but it's filled to the brim with hidden gems and goods. To arrive here, hover over the Hogwarts Crest icon in the top left-hand corner and go down to Wizarding World.
Note: In the pictures below, Hogsmeade is available because I have the Fake Permission Slip (more on that later).

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ᕙ At The Counter ᕗ

You are where you are, talking to us. You are in the OOC Lets Chat! Thread. But let’s explore outside of that. If you want to go shopping and buy unique things, I recommend exploringg the shops in the 'At The Counter' section. I recommend everyone, but below are some of my favourites.

✵ Kerr & Co. Banner Boutique ✵	│	Liana Kerr, first year free
Scarlet’s Custom Aesthetics	│	Scarlet Salvatore, first year free
Daydreamer Inc.	│	Sylvain Wyllt, first year special, on hiatus
Crowning Glory	│	Lucia Fox & Simon Kincaid, first year free
Lizzy’s Lovely Decorations	│	Elizabeth Lovett

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Magpies and Mages (most things free)
Alice Grimmshaw’s General Store (moodboard free)
A Splash of Colour (all free)
Part Goblin Crafts (select items free, others half off)
Daydreamer Inc (just owl)
Scarlet’s Custom Aesthetics
Banners, Moodboards, Outfits, Photo Collages
The Aesthetic Corner
Crowning Glory
Raven’s Shop
Quote Quarry
Rachel’s Randoms
Fanasty Creators (special deal ~ 5 sickles)
✵ Kerr & Co. Banner Boutique ✵

There are tons more, so get looking! Have fun finding shops that offer free services, but also consider the shops that don’t offer them, since they will probably be amazing as well! Also, there are many other unique threads you can check out, like signing up for Character Tags.

Mentors Check out the Mentor Request thread here, and your list of approved mentors are in this list. They're here to help you get used to HiO!

Rumors Want some gossip on anyone? Do you have some juicy gossip for your own character? Check here.

Clans and Clubs Under the Leaky Cauldron dropdown, you can see the option 'Clans and Clubs.' There are many clubs, so check them out and see if any of them interest you! You can see a list of active clubs to join here. Do you want to create a club for others to join? Read the guidelines here. Once you've created it, register the club info here.

Games Room Under the dropdown, you can also see the option 'Games Room.' This forum contains several OOC games for you to play and enjoy, from hangman to the popular 'What does it mean to you?' to the classic 'For a Sickle, would you..?' Before you join in, make sure to read these rules. Now you're all set; have fun!

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◢ Recap ◣ • Check out some of the handmade shops; they offer pretty cool stuff! • Check out clubs you can join here • Read these rules and check out games in the Games Room

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Are you curious what else lies beyond Hogwarts and the Leaky Cauldron? Here's a brief rundown of each area!

Diagon Alley This is Diagon Alley! Did you tap that specific brick on the wall to get here? Did you travel by Floo Powder? The steps are the same as it was for the Leaky Cauldron and Hogwarts. You can get special items in some shops, specifically Weasley Wizard Wheezes, as long as you have the money. To shop for items, just click the button on the top of the forum!

London Did you ever leave for Hogwarts? This is the location of Kings Cross Station, Platform 9¾, and the London Quidditch Station. But if you look closer, there are several different locations. Different cities are available under 'Muggle London.' You can roleplay in them when the events in your thread take place in your home - for example, during summer break.

Ministry of Magic You travelled to the Ministry of Magic, but it's only filled with offices and courtrooms. Nothing to see here!

Hogsmeade I'm not going to spoil your fun by spilling the secrets that only Third Years and Fake Permission Slip users know about Hogsmeade. But I will say, chocolate frogs and butterbeer are for sale here.

「Special Items」

Now for the most exciting part of shopping: special items!
If you're visiting Diagon Alley, make sure to check out Weasley's Wizard Wheezes and their shop! Not only do they sell pranking items, they also sell Fake Permission Slips, Marauder's maps, and invisibility cloaks!
If you're visiting Hogsmeade, make sure not to miss Honeydukes and their shop! They sell all kinds of sweets, but most importantly, they sell collectible chocolate frogs!

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Fake Permission Slip	│	Cost: 5 Galleons; Purpose: Grants you access to Hogsmeade before third year
Maruader's Map	│	Cost: 10 Galleons; Purpose: Allows you to see where people are on the map
Invisibility Cloak	│	Cost: 75 Galleons; Purpose: Hides you on the Marauder's Map
Chocolate Frogs	│	Cost: 20 Knuts; Purpose: Collectible cards

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◢ Recap ◣ • Click on the icon to access the shop in Diagon Alley • Check out Weasley's Wizard Wheezes, which sells Fake Permission Slips and other goodies • Check out Honeydukes (in Hogsmeade) and their chocolate frogs • Hogsmeade is available once you reach third year or if you have the Fake Permission Slip

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· · ─────── Coding ─────── · ·

Last part, I promise! Bear with me. If you've gotten this far, you're in luck! This is the best part - although it's not the most necessary... it's still great!
Do you remember how I mentioned that you can make your encyclopedia and posts aesthetic and fun? This crash course tells you how to do so!
On HiO, we have a system of 'coding' that enables you to make your posts stand out. Whenever you make a post, you will see a toolbar on the top. This toolbar is the key to succeeding in coding. You might have already figured out that theicon bolds words, theicon italicized, and theicon underlines. But what about the , , , and icons? Read this guide, and if you have any questions, feel free to tag me in this thread ([mention]Callista Lovis[/mention]) or shoot me an owl!

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➽─── ℂ𝕠𝕕𝕖𝕕 𝕓𝕪 ℂ𝕒𝕝𝕝𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕒 𝕃𝕠𝕧𝕚𝕤, 𝕀𝕟𝕤𝕡𝕚𝕣𝕖𝕕 𝕓𝕪 ℂ𝕠𝕕𝕪 𝕊𝕥𝕖𝕧𝕖𝕟𝕤𝕠𝕟, 𝕎𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕥𝕖𝕟 𝕓𝕪 𝕓𝕠𝕥𝕙 ───❥